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BY THE PEOPLE / Brewer Family Law

Our Legal Document Services

Expert document preparation for divorce, custody, support, estate planning, and more. Serving San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Kern County with professional guidance.

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Family Law Services

Professional, affordable document preparation services for all your family law needs

Divorce Documents

Starting at $700

Complete preparation of all divorce paperwork from initial filing through final judgment. Whether you're pursuing an uncontested dissolution, summary dissolution, or divorce with children and property, we guide you through every step.

Standard Uncontested Dissolution ($700)
Summary Dissolution ($550)
Divorce with Children or Property ($850)
Divorce with Children AND Property ($950)

What's Included: Petition filing, response assistance, settlement agreements, judgment preparation, and filing guidance.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Starting at $650

Comprehensive custody and visitation documentation to protect your parental rights and your children's best interests. We prepare orders for legal custody, physical custody, and detailed parenting plans.

Custody orders (joint or sole)
Visitation schedules and parenting plans
Modification of existing orders
Holiday and vacation schedules

What's Included: Request for orders, custody declarations, proposed parenting plans, and filing instructions.

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Child Support Documents

Starting at $650

Accurate child support calculations and documentation following California guidelines. Whether establishing new support orders or modifying existing ones, we ensure proper financial arrangements for your children.

Guideline child support calculations
Income and expense declarations
Request for order modifications
Health insurance and add-ons

What's Included: Support calculations using DissoMaster, financial declarations, and support order preparation.

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Spousal Support

Included with Divorce

Navigate spousal support complexities with professional documentation. We prepare temporary and permanent support orders, addressing both short-term and long-term marriages under California law.

Temporary spousal support requests
Permanent support calculations
Modification and termination orders
Income and expense documentation

What's Included: Support calculations, financial declarations, request for orders, and settlement agreement provisions.

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Property & Debt Division

Starting at $500

Comprehensive marital settlement agreements for equitable division of assets and debts. From real estate and retirement accounts to vehicles and credit cards, we document fair property division.

Marital Settlement Agreements ($500)
Real property division
Retirement account QDROs ($650)
Vehicle transfers and debt allocation

What's Included: Complete asset/debt schedules, settlement agreements, QDRO preparation, and property transfer documentation.

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Paternity Establishment

Starting at $700

Establish legal parentage for unmarried parents. Paternity documentation secures parental rights and establishes obligations for custody, visitation, and support—essential for both parents and children.

Petition to establish parental relationship
Custody and visitation orders
Child support establishment
Name change requests

What's Included: Complete paternity petition, parenting plan, support calculations, and judgment preparation.

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Additional Services

Beyond Family Law: Complete Legal Document Services

Estate planning, probate, business formation, real estate, civil matters, and more. We're your full-service legal document preparation partner.

Estate Planning

Starting at $550

Protect your legacy and loved ones. Comprehensive estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance health care directives.

  • Wills and living trusts
  • Powers of attorney
  • Health care directives
  • Trust transfer deeds
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Probate Services

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Navigate estate administration with professional document preparation. From petition to final distribution, we handle all probate paperwork.

  • Petition for Probate
  • Letters Testamentary
  • Inventory and appraisal
  • Final distribution documents
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Real Estate Documents

Starting at $150

Property transfer documents prepared with precision. Deeds, transfer declarations, and homestead protections for all your real estate needs.

  • Grant and quitclaim deeds
  • Trust transfer deeds
  • Interspousal transfers
  • Homestead declarations
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Business Formation

Starting at $300

Start your business right. LLC and corporation formation documents, operating agreements, and DBA filings for entrepreneurs.

  • LLC formation documents
  • Corporation formation
  • Operating agreements
  • DBA/FBN filings
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Civil & Small Claims

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Pursue justice affordably. Small claims actions, civil complaints, fee waivers, and litigation support documents.

  • Small claims actions
  • Civil complaints and answers
  • Fee waiver applications
  • Proofs of service
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Landlord-Tenant

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Property management documentation made simple. Eviction notices, unlawful detainer actions, and rental agreement support.

  • 3-day, 30-day, 60-day notices
  • Unlawful detainer forms
  • Eviction answers
  • Stipulations
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Restraining Orders

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Urgent protection when you need it most. We prepare domestic violence restraining orders, emergency protective orders, and modifications with sensitivity and urgency.

  • Temporary restraining orders
  • Permanent restraining orders
  • Order modifications
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Legal Name Changes

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Start your new chapter with a new name. We handle all documentation for adult name changes and minor name changes.

  • Adult name change petitions
  • Minor name changes
  • Gender change petitions
  • Publication requirements
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Divorce Coaching

$150/Hour

Emotional support and practical guidance throughout your divorce journey. Personalized coaching to help you navigate decisions, communicate effectively, and move forward with confidence.

  • Emotional support sessions
  • Co-parenting strategies
  • Decision-making guidance
  • Communication skills
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Flexible Payment Options

Payment Plans Available

We understand that legal matters can be financially challenging. Ask us about payment plans during your free initial meeting. We're here to make professional document preparation accessible and affordable.

Need something not listed? If you need a service that isn't shown on our website, feel free to contact us. If it's outside our scope, we can refer you to someone in our network who can help.

Our Process

How We Work With You

A simple, transparent process from start to finish. We guide you every step of the way.

1

Contact Us

Call, email, or use our contact form to schedule your free initial meeting. We'll discuss your situation and needs.

2

Free Meeting

Meet with us to review your case, discuss options, and receive transparent pricing. No obligation, no pressure.

3

Document Preparation

We prepare all required legal documents with precision and care. You'll review everything before filing.

4

File & Complete

We provide filing instructions and ongoing support until your case is complete. You're never alone in the process.

What Sets BY THE PEOPLE® Apart

We're not just document preparers—we're your partners in navigating family law with dignity and care.

Registered LDA

Bonded and registered with the State of California. Your protection is our priority.

Compassionate Approach

We understand this is personal. You'll receive empathetic, judgment-free support.

Affordable & Transparent

Clear pricing upfront. No hidden fees, no hourly billing surprises.

Local Expertise

Serving San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Kern County families for years.

Fast Turnaround

Most documents prepared within days, not weeks. We respect your time.

Ongoing Support

Questions after filing? We're here. You're supported from start to finish.

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Contact us for a free initial meeting to discuss your needs. No obligation, just honest guidance and clear pricing.

Service Areas

Proudly serving families throughout San Luis Obispo County and Santa Barbara County, California.

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